Dix Blue vs Holly Leaf
Where Dix Blue belongs to Farrow & Ball's range, Holly Leaf is a PPG color. Dix Blue reads as blue-grey, while Holly Leaf reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Dix Blue (LRV 41) reflects noticeably more light than Holly Leaf (LRV 8), a difference of 33 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 36.2, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.
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Dix Blue vs Holly Leaf Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Dix Blue on one side and Holly Leaf on the other.
Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.
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